Mexico’s economy continues to struggle as Q3 unfolds, with the economy facing persistent headwinds. The prolonged weakness of the construction sector and continued fallout from tax hikes at the beginning of 2014 are limiting domestic demand. Meanwhile, the US economy’s…
Beyond Beaches: The Caribbean’s Role in Latin America Business
The Caribbean offers a small but potentially significant and diverse set of markets for companies looking to expand and deepen their presence in Latin America. Indeed, in many cases the Caribbean presents opportunities that have been neglected by the competition.…
Protecting Profits and Managing Prices in Latin America
Companies are increasingly looking to adapt their pricing strategies and tactics to deal with macroeconomic volatility and shifting corporate mandates in Latin America. As Latin America’s operating environment has become more volatile and bottom lines begin to receive more scrutiny…
Mexico’s Prolonged Slowdown Continues to Rattle MNCs’ Sentiment toward the Fast-Reforming Market
The Mexican economy has continued to underperform in 2014, with expectations for 3%+ growth becoming increasingly unachievable. Q1 GDP growth came in at a weak 1.8% YOY, far below initial expectations. FSG’s forecasted 2014 GDP growth for Mexico has fallen…
Volatility in Venezuela: Using Scenario-Based Forecasts in Strategic Plans
As economic conditions worsen and social unrest continues, multinationals are facing significant challenges in planning ahead for their Venezuelan operations. With both the short-term and long-term outlook for Venezuela unclear, and with government policies lacking coherence and credibility in the…
Multinationals focusing on long-term scenarios for Venezuela
Multinationals are increasingly reevaluating their commitment to Venezuela given that most companies are facing deteriorating economic conditions and a worsening operating environment, regardless of whether they have a direct sales presence or are working exclusively through distributors. While conditions have…
Central America Offers its Own Set of Challenges and Opportunities for MNCs
As Latin America’s largest markets have struggled in recent years, multinationals are taking a closer look at the opportunities that the smaller markets of Central America can offer, particularly they seek to diversify their regional portfolios. However, the opportunity must…